They arrived without a choice and without a support system. We step in because their survival depends on it.

They are still here. So are we.

Our Mission

We train ordinary people to help the most vulnerable refugees in South Florida with the vital support services needed to survive and thrive in their new communities.Newcomers given human connections emerge from crisis and achieve self-sufficiency faster. RAA's volunteers, employees, and donors assist forcibly displaced families with language, education, employment, and community navigation to help refugees start to feel at home here, among us. RAA empowers refugees and unites neighbors, strengthening communities in South Florida.

Our Vision

Refugees have shown extraordinary strength and resilience to join our community. RAA's vision is for our communities to join together to help refugees understand our language and our ways, feel at home here among us, and access opportunities for betterment.

Our History

2017-2019

Refugee Assistance Alliance formed in 2017 as a grassroots network in response to the Syrian refugee crisis. Local Miami residents recognized that Syrian families living amongst them were struggling to adapt and integrate. RAA partnered with local refugee agencies to offer extended support to the most vulnerable refugees after the 90-day federal resettlement period ended.

2020-2022

During the pandemic, RAA adapted to meet the needs of refugees who lost jobs by pivoting to online economic, English, emotional and educational support. With increased volunteer engagement, we secured our first major two-year grant, allowing us to expand services and hire our first staff members from the refugee community.

2022-2024

RAA’s work gained national and federal funding, expanding to include employment advocacy and workplace professional development training to empower refugees in South Florida